Winter Berry Smoothie Bowl (Printable View)

A vibrant mix of winter berries and creamy banana topped with chia and hemp seeds.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Smoothie Base

01 - 1½ cups frozen mixed winter berries (blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, cranberries)
02 - 1 ripe banana, sliced
03 - ½ cup unsweetened almond milk
04 - 2 tablespoons plain unsweetened plant-based yogurt
05 - 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup (optional)

→ Toppings

06 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds
07 - 2 tablespoons hemp seeds
08 - ½ cup fresh berries (optional)
09 - 2 tablespoons gluten-free granola
10 - 1 tablespoon shredded coconut (optional)
11 - 1 tablespoon pumpkin seeds (optional)

# Cooking Steps:

01 - Combine frozen berries, banana, almond milk, plant-based yogurt, and maple syrup in a high-speed blender. Blend until smooth and thick.
02 - Pour the smoothie evenly into two serving bowls using a spatula if needed.
03 - Top each bowl with chia seeds, hemp seeds, fresh berries, granola, shredded coconut, and pumpkin seeds as desired.
04 - Serve immediately while chilled.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It tastes indulgent but actually fuels your body with real nutrition and plant-based protein.
  • The texture play—creamy base, crunchy seeds, soft berries—keeps every spoonful interesting.
  • You can make it in 10 minutes, which means breakfast doesn't have to feel like a chore.
02 -
  • Frozen berries are non-negotiable; fresh ones won't give you that thick, creamy texture that makes this feel indulgent.
  • The yogurt and maple syrup amounts are flexible—taste the blended base before you pour it and adjust sweetness to what actually feels right to you.
  • If you add avocado for extra creaminess, it disappears into the smoothie but transforms the whole bowl into something almost dessert-like.
03 -
  • Keep frozen berries in your freezer at all times; they're like having breakfast insurance for those mornings when you need something nourishing fast.
  • Blend the base the night before and refrigerate it if your morning is chaotic—just add toppings fresh when you're ready to eat.